MOT Checklist
Use this MOT checklist to prepare before your test. It is practical guidance only and does not guarantee a pass. For recorded defects on a specific vehicle, run an MOT history check.
Last reviewed 2 October 2026
Interactive checklist
Guidance only — does not guarantee a pass.
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Exterior
Interior
Condition
How to use this checklist
Work through exterior, interior and condition items below. Tick what you have checked. Then review past MOT advisories and failures for your vehicle.
After you prepare
Book with enough time for repairs. See how to prepare for an MOT for a fuller walkthrough.
Frequently asked questions
Will this checklist guarantee an MOT pass?+
No. It reduces the chance of simple avoidsable fails, but testers inspect to the official standard.
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